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2/27/24, 11:48 AM A Joint Effort in Capacity Building through IPv6 Training Initiative by CRA and RIPE NCC
Information and Communication Technology field.” said Ali Al-Suwaidi,

Director of the Technical Affairs Department at CRA.

He added, "By focusing on the transition to IPv6, we aim to achieve

sustainability and expand our digital capabilities, while ensuring the highest
levels of security and efficiency in network communication. This step is
fundamental for welcoming and integrating next-generation technologies,
including the Internet of Things and autonomous vehicles, securing Qatar's

leading position in the global digital landscape. We would like to express our
profound thanks and appreciation to RIPE NCC for their valuable
collaboration and continuous support, which effectively contributes to
achieving our strategic goals.”

"We are thrilled to champion the development of the local community in
alignment with our strategic alliance with the Communications Regulatory

Authority of Qatar. The strides Qatar is making in the adoption of IPv6 are
commendable, and our commitment to bolstering this momentum is
unwavering. By providing our members and the CRA with the necessary
technical expertise and services, we aim to facilitate a smooth transition from

IPv4 to IPv6 to meet the increasing demand for connectivity and support the
growth and development of Qatar's digital infrastructure. The RIPE NCC
specialized training covers a wide array of critical subjects, particularly IPv6

and routing security, and is enhanced by pioneering tools such as RIPE Atlas,
RIPEstat, RIS and others. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the CRA for their
pivotal role and continued collaboration on this transformative journey." said
Dr. Chafic Chaya, Regional Manager for Public Policy and Government Affairs

in the Middle East at RIPE NCC.

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